Landscape Maintenance Leadworker - CDL & Pesticide Cert

Caltrans; California; On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker in Los Angeles County performs landscape maintenance, operates light vehicles and equipment with a Class B CDL and tank endorsement, and ensures plantings are healthy and compliant with safety standards.

The role may require overtime, night shifts, and weekends; eligibility via CALTRANS landscape maintenance leadworker exam applies. A DPR applicator certificate and driver’s license are required, with potential temporary reassignment dependences.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California CDL and operate tank vehicle equipment.
• Drug screening required prior to hire.
• Possession of a valid DPR Qualified Applicator Certificate with Landscape Maintenance or Right-of-Way Pest Control category is required.
• A valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Operate light vehicles and equipment as part of landscape maintenance work.
• Maintain functional and landscape plantings, weed and insect control, soil sterilization, and apply chemicals.
• Work overtime or irregular shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Job description

Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker in Los Angeles County performs landscape maintenance, operates light vehicles and equipment with a Class B CDL and tank endorsement, and ensures plantings are healthy and compliant with safety standards.

The role may require overtime, night shifts, and weekends; eligibility via CALTRANS landscape maintenance leadworker exam applies. A DPR applicator certificate and driver’s license are required, with potential temporary reassignment dependences.